February 12, 2018

Planners have the ability to create housing options that enable citizens to be independent and to thrive at all ages. One of a series of blog posts on APA's Plan4Health webinar and seminar on “Planning Livable Communities for All Ages."

January 16, 2018

One-third of the U.S. population lives in the wildland-urban interface (WUI). It's important for planners to consider the WUI during the community planning process due to its direct link to potential wildfire disasters.

December 7, 2017

To achieve greater social cohesion, inclusion, and safety in a society where the needs of all citizens are met, the approach needs to be comprehensive and have wide citizen support. Planning is the vehicle through which much of this vision can be achieved.

August 14, 2017

Through the Plan4Health project, B-Well Bensenville (Illinois) created an Active Transportation Plan and a Complete Streets Policy for the community to ensure that all residents can safely bike and walk to school and work.

August 14, 2017

The American Institute of Architects, Westchester Hudson Valley, is expanding the role of architecture in community design, leveraging APA's Planners4Health initiative and participating in the Joint Call to Action for Healthy Communities.